Apex Legends 2 is Not Coming Anytime Soon

EA's recent earnings call shed light on the future of Apex Legends, revealing a focus on improving the existing game rather than creating a sequel. Despite a recent decline in player engagement and missed revenue targets, EA believes the game's strong brand and position in the hero shooter genre make an "Apex Legends 2" unnecessary.

EA CEO Andrew Wilson emphasized the need for "meaningful systematic innovation" to revitalize the game and regain lost players. He acknowledged that Season 22 fell short of monetization expectations, prompting a reevaluation of their strategy. The company's approach will prioritize player retention and consistent content updates, focusing on significant changes without forcing players to abandon their progress.

Wilson highlighted the importance of a strong core player base and high-quality mechanics in the competitive free-to-play market. He stated that launching a sequel ("Version 2") rarely matches the success of the original ("Version 1"). Instead, EA plans to introduce innovative updates season by season, expanding gameplay modalities without requiring players to restart their progress.

The company is already implementing these changes, aiming to address declining player engagement through innovative gameplay additions within the existing framework. EA's commitment is to deliver continuous improvements and fresh content to maintain the game's appeal and player base.